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Nomad Yachting to buy Vernicos Yachts
Nomad Yachting has agreed to acquire Vernicos Yachts in a move aimed at expanding its charter operations and Greek market presence
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Supreme Yachting reports 77% revenue growth
Greek yacht services company posts €1.41m revenue and a 76% rise in pre-tax profit for 2025
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Lürssen to invest €50m in Rendsburg yards
The German yachtbuilder plans 130 new jobs as it expands capacity and upgrades infrastructure at Rendsburg-North and Rendsburg-South
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Evene Tenders to launch new Quest Series
New premium models designed to ‘redefine the role of a superyacht tender’
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Bellini Nautica enters superyacht market
Italian group launches 30m-50m range with 36.13m Eternal 36 as first model
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Sunseeker Europe names Steve Handy managing director
Handy steps up from Portugal role to lead European operations and dealer relationships
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Parker Poland acquires Askeladden brand and intellectual property rights
The Warsaw-based boatbuilder plans to retain the company’s Nordic heritage while expanding its dealer network across the region
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Palumbo Superyachts reports €1bn order book
The Italian yachtbuilder has 20 yachts in build as it expands production capacity in Ancona and Ortona
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First startup exhibitors announced for Metstrade
Yachting Ventures has unveiled the first startups for its two dedicated areas, with Fort Insurance confirmed as official sponsor
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Mengi Yay joins SYBAss to strengthen Turkish representation
The Turkish builder has joined SYBAss, adding further representation of the country’s growing superyacht construction sector
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Baglietto signs contract for 53m Project 53 with repeat client
The exterior and interior design is by Enrico Gobbi – Team for Design
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Elettromedia unveils Audison Marine Division in Cannes
The Italian group, a global leader in high-performance audio solutions, opens a new chapter of growth with the launch of Audison into the marine sector with its new Thesis range
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Southampton International Boat Show 2026 to run for next 10 days
The UK’s largest boating event will provide insight into strength of local market
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Aquila to display nine-model lineup at Fort Lauderdale show
The display will include the US debut of the 35 Sport and span four Aquila power catamaran ranges
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MC-Zero launches electric jet tender range
The Australian builder enters European market with carbon-fibre tenders powered by ZeroJet electric water-jet technology
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Ajax Systems joins African Boating Conference
The security technology company will address evolving risks facing Africa’s marine industry at October conference
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SailPro appoints UK sales and development partner
GDS Limited will lead market development for clubs, race organisers and sailors across the region
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HanseYachts announces management changes in North and South America
Marian Scheer appointed general manager to oversee the HanseYachts brands across North and South America
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ExploMar raises ¥100m Series A to scale electric marine propulsion abroad
The Chinese electric outboard maker will use the funds to expand its global network and strengthen overseas service infrastructure
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C-Quip expands European sales team
Floris van Ede will be based in the Netherlands as NZ firm strengthens European presence
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Former Sunseeker CEO rejoins Ferretti Group as advisor
Andrea Frabetti will work alongside new Ferretti CEO Stassi Anastassov
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Cannes Yachting Festival generates strong sales, draws 56,000 visitors
Last week’s show generated significant business activity, with a large volume of deals concluded and more anticipated
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French boating industry pioneer Jean-Pierre Jouët dies
FIN founding president and Paris boat show co-founder played a major role in development of French leisure marine sector
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Brunswick reports stronger Cannes orders and Mercury share
Navan wholesale orders exceed 2025 levels as Mercury takes 67% of outboards
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TISG narrows field to 11 bidders as sale process enters second phase
The Italian Sea Group moves closer to a potential sale after receiving 11 non-binding offers by the September 15 deadline
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66th Genoa International Boat Show charts new industry direction
This year’s event will feature over 1,000 boats from 45 countries, with expanded superyacht displays and a new Blue Arena designed to attract younger audiences
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Ventura Yachts appoints new MD for Spain
Former Ferretti Group executive brings two decades of luxury yacht expertise to lead Spanish operations
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Yachting Ventures confirms lineup for 2026 Start-Up Pavilion at IBEX
Ten start-ups from around the world will showcase emerging marine technologies at the third annual pavilion in Tampa this October
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Solé enters US market with EPA-certified marine gen sets
The company will exhibit at IBEX for the first time as it looks to open new distribution opportunities in North America
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Rhéa Marine names exclusive UK distributor
French motoryacht brand to be represented by Universal Yachting
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Global industry survey launched to shape future of boat Life Cycle Assessment
ICOMIA, EBI and NMMA seek industry input to establish the first globally aligned Life Cycle Assessment methodology for recreational boats up to 24m
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Linssen to debut two 45ft models amid market recovery
The Dutch builder will showcase new models from its new .1 series at the Linssen River Trials event in October
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Centek Marine appoints business development director
Marine exhaust and ventilation systems manufacturer names Jason Blackburn to lead recreational marine growth
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US boat dealership files for Chapter 11
Nadeau’s Marine seeks Subchapter V protection with liabilities estimated at up to $10m
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Azimut and Assets Group partner for Maldives fleet
The yacht builder will supply 18 yachts for luxury resort integration starting 2026
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BWA Yachting expands network into Latin America
Yacht agencies group opens new offices in Panama and Colombia
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AMYC highlights airport connectivity as key to Marche yachting competitiveness
Association hosts Ancona airport leadership at Cannes to discuss regional access and route development
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Pantaenius joins ICOMIA as sustaining member
Yacht insurance specialist Pantaenius joins ICOMIA, bringing more than 50 years of industry experience to its global membership
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Austin Parker begins Iconica 80 and 100 production
The Pininfarina-designed yachts will be presented at the 2027 Cannes Yachting Festival
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Suvi targets Nordic growth with five-model Nordic Black range for 2027
The Finnish manufacturer’s new lineup features updated styling and competitive pricing
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Ribcraft and DM8 launch Philippine RHIB venture
Ribcraft and DM8 Composites have formed a joint venture to establish sovereign RHIB manufacturing capability in the Philippines
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TISG receives 15 expressions of interest for full or partial acquisition
Giovanni Costantino is seeking appointment to the new TISG board of directors
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BIA counters NSW government move for spot bans on boating activity
Key industry groups claim the action was taken without the benefit of data on incidents, hospitalisations or alternatives to exclusion zones
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Metstrade unveils 2026 content programme
Expert-led sessions will address the trends, technologies and strategies shaping the future of marine business
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Sunreef unveils intelligent yacht management system at Cannes
Sunreef WETRA integrates navigation, comfort, safety, energy and maintenance into a single platform
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ICOMIA invites bids to host 2029 World Marinas Conference
The deadline for submissions is November 6
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Cantieri di Pisa owner assumes operational leadership
Enrico Gennasio takes direct control of the Italian superyacht builder to strengthen organisation and support production growth
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Voly and MB92 integrate Pinpoint Works with The Bridge
The new integration aims to improve efficiency, accuracy and transparency throughout the superyacht refit process
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